Grow Up is a biblical, practical and reproducible discipleship manual. It guides someone from the point of being born-again, all the way to that of a multiplying disciplemaker. Each chapter is introduced by a three-minute motivational video that gives an overview of the topic. In addition, each chapter is short, easy to understand, challenging, and ends with a passage of Scripture to memorize, a song for worship, discussion questions and resources for additional study.
Grow Up is unique in that it follows the 1 John 2:12-14 pattern of spiritual growth – we grow from a spiritual child, to a spiritual adolescent, to a spiritual adult. It is intentionally systematic and progressive. Throughout the progression of the reader’s own growth, they are challenged to use this material to disciple others. This book could be read individually, in a small group, or used by an entire church in a sermon series.
Section 1: Spiritual Child
Introduction
Chapter 1: “Behold Your God” – True Transformation
Chapter 2: “Best News Ever” – The Glorious Gospel
Chapter 3: “Completely Clean” – Forgiveness of All Sin
Chapter 4: “Even More” – Blessings of Salvation
Chapter 5: “The Plunge” – Baptism
Chapter 6: “The Feast” – The Lord’s Supper
Chapter 7: “The Perfect Father” – The Fatherhood of God
Chapter 8: “Date with the Master” – Spending Time With God
Chapter 9: “Your Family” – Fellowship with Others
Chapter 10: “The Power” – The Holy Spirit
Section 2: Spiritual Young Adult
Chapter 1: “It’s a Battle” – Spiritual Warfare
Chapter 2: “It Hurts So Good” – Growth Through Trials
Chapter 3: “The Rearview Mirror” – Dealing with our Past
Chapter 4: “Let It Go” – Forgiving Others
Chapter 5: “Learning from Athletes” – Growing Stronger
Chapter 6: “Eat the Meat” – Abiding in the Word
Chapter 7: “Know Why You Believe” – Apologetics
Chapter 8: “The Bullseye of Christianity” – The Resurrection
Chapter 9: “Progressive Lordship” – Sanctification
Chapter 10: “Strength through Praise and Worship” – Exalting God
Section 3: Spiritual Adult
Chapter 1: “Personal Check-Up” – Introduction
Chapter 2: “Share It” – Evangelism
Chapter 3: “Who’s in Charge?” – God’s Sovereignty
Chapter 4: “The Standard” – God’s Holiness
Chapter 5: “Amazing Grace; How Sweet the Sound” – God’s Grace
Chapter 6: “Signs and Wonders” – God’s Power
Chapter 7: “Jesus’ Plan to Reach the World” – Discipleship
Chapter 8: “Standing Strong in a Decaying Culture” – Persevere
Chapter 9: “Discovering Your Destiny” – Divine Calling
Chapter 10: “Living Pure in an Impure World” – Biblical Sexuality
Appendix 1: Identity in Christ
Appendix 2: Leader’s Guide